Overview

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

SENIOR ADMINISTRATOR

WORKING TITLE

Project Coordinator-Teacher and School Leader (TSL)

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Human Resources-Talent Management

LOCATION

Crossroads III, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Senior Administrator-Band 3

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

No

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek

POSITION PURPOSE:

Directs strategic planning, organization, and implementation of the Wake County Public School System’s (WCPSS) Teacher and School Leader (TSL) Incentive Program grant for 24 schools. Coordinates professional learning, resource allocations, and leadership support to TSL- funded activities and schools to ensure successful operation of actions and activities. Collaborates with central services departments, school leaders, teachers, and external stakeholders to maximize the effectiveness of TSL. Manages a $13.5 million federal budget and works directly with WCPSS Grants Office and the US Department of Education regarding grant-related correspondence and evaluation. Assists the Senior Director of Talent Management to ensure new programs and initiatives are implemented with fidelity and sustained long-term. The position is a 3 year grant funded position scheduled to end on September 30, 2026.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge of human resources recruiting and retention and school improvement initiatives; 
• Considerable knowledge of the TSL grant;
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel; Google Apps;
• Strong budget management skills;
• Excellent presentation skills;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to set goals and meet timelines in an environment with multiple, concurrent projects and federal reports;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, and the public.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, or related field;
• Five years of experience in education or business administration;
• Extensive experience with implementing a federal grant;
• Experience with human resources recruitment and retention strategies;
• Experience with school improvement strategies;
• Experience with planning and delivering professional development to adult learners.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina professional educator’s license;
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Educational Administration, Curriculum and Instruction or related field;
• Experience as a school-based principal or Central Office administrator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

accordance with federal, state, and local policies, including review of all grant-related travel and training.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, and the community. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment.

EFFECTIVE DATE:12/2023

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.